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1 MARK 5 DISTRICT 5 A UNIT OF UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS VOLUME 60 NO. 6 SAIL AND POWER BOATING SPRING 2011 CONTENTS To All Members and Guest of USPS District 5: 2011 Spring Conference Cover Commander s Message 2 D/5 Law Committee 3 What makes that Bird tick? 3 Moving? Co-Op Charting Reg 4 Educational Dept. News 5 Ship s Store 6 National Boating Federation reports 6 Spring Conf. Info / Registration 7-8 Be a Leader! 9 Nominating Committee Report 10 Charles F. Chapman Award 11 Upcoming Events 12 By the end of March, many of us will have the winter doldrums, so why not come and join us for a weekend at the Beach!!! That s right, why not come join us at Spring Conference at the newly renovated Princess Royale Hotel in Ocean City, Maryland! If you ve never attended the D/5 Spring Conference you have no idea that the event is loaded with fun, friendship, oh, and of course, some learning as well. If you have attended before, you know that Friday night is Hospitality Suite delight. Many of the D/5 squadrons decorate suites around the pool area with a boating theme and invite you in for fun and refreshments. We have to tell ya, it s one big party. Spring Conference is a combination of training squadrons incoming officers and the D/5 Change-Of-Watch. This year you ll also have an opportunity to learn what the District Bridge Departments are all about and what they do for the District s squadrons. As you ll see on the schedule posted in this issue, there are also several new sessions, including website development, which will be a series of sessions continuing at future conferences. These will certainly be can t miss programs. So save these dates; 25, 26, 27 March and be sure to sign up early, as Spring Conference is always the highest in attendance. Take a virtual tour princessroyale/ and look at what you might miss. We re looking forward to seeing every squadron represented. Your Host Squadron Delhigh Power Squadron

2 District 5 Commander s Message Commander D/C L. Chris Brown, JN 3151 Club Drive, Allentown, PA (Delhigh) (610) l.chris.brown@att.net Executive Officer D/Lt/C Bernard S. Karpers, N 1209 Brookview Rd., Baltimore, MD (Dundalk) (410) bskseodps@aol.com Educational Officer D/Lt/C Walter K. Neese, SN 1432 Park Ave., Baltimore, MD (Dundalk) (410) waltneese@verizon.net Administrative Officer D/Lt/C Joseph J. McKinney, JN 2606 Mill Race Road, Frederick, MD (Rockville) (301) jmckinney10@verizon.net Secretary D/Lt/C Guy B. Thompson, AP Jib St., Laurel, MD (Patapsco River) (301) gbthompson@verizon.net Treasurer D/Lt/C Milton Cloud, AP 2206 Raymond Ave., Richmond, VA (Richmond) (804) mcloud@yahoo.com Asst. Educational Officer D/1st/Lt William J. McManimen, N 1219 Lois Rd., Ambler, PA (Pennsway) (215) wmcmanimen@verizon.net Asst. Administrative Officer D/1st/Lt Mel Shralow, AP 930 Montgomery Ave., Apt.101 Bryn Mawr, PA (Delaware River) (610) melshralow@comcast.net Asst. Secretary D/1st/Lt Maryellen Colston, AP 307 Piney Forest Dr., Colonial Beach VA (Mid-Potomac) (804) jmcolston@va.metrocast.net Asst. Treasurer D/1st/Lt Charles (Chip) F. Yost, AP Parkvale Rd., Rockville, MD (Rockville) (301) chasy@verizon.net 2 D/C L. Chris Brown, JN ONE MOOR TIME On Course, Proud to Be D/5, while Lighting the Way and Navigating the Future.. These words have inspired us in the past four years as I laddered the District Bridge to Commander. Our choice of mottos and logos in many ways does say it all and string together truly what we believe. As we go forward in our USPS lives, no matter what we choose to do inside the organization, these slogans signify where we are, what we are about, and where we re going. As we migrate through the change in the organizational structure, as I have suggested is necessary to be successful in the future, there still remains in most of our members a strong tradition in the real mission of USPS at the National, District and Local levels. To achieve this mission, we balance among Education, Civic, and Social responsibility with every day interactions with the public and ourselves. We cast ourselves as the group that Nun Can Do it Better to march onward with our future challenges in the boating community. USPS does offer the best avenue for those interested in being totally involved in a complete and self-fulfilling boater s program. I suppose that what I m trying to say, If you believe, then nothing is ever wasted. Knowing that there may be some bumps in the road, there is always a grand feeling of satisfaction in retaining the mission and tradition in our squadrons. The hope of passing the flag with confidence that it will continue to fly is awesome. It s a little like the feeling after 30 or 40 years of marriage, where we can settle back and play with the grandchildren with the biggest of smiles on our faces. Bringing the new children, young or old, into the USPS playground is the most important thing we do, and we must continue that effort to survive. Our new unified membership program soon to be adopted everywhere in our Squadrons is a program that treats all members equally, either individually or as a family unit in a common USPS universe. This new structure resolves issues in membership complexities and simplifies the dues gathering structure. As an age old student of engineering with a slight twist of teaching talents, I particularly find that education, as the backbone in the organization, must become the strength guiding us forward. One strong belief I hold is that the teaching of safety and skills in boating becomes the bread of life Continued on Page 6 DISTRICT 5 - UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS -

3 Notes and News from the D/5 LAW COMMITTEE Many of our members took the First Aid/CPR course at the Fall Conference in Rockville. Among the topics that have been discussed in connection with these courses is protection from lawsuits and liability under the good Samaritan statutes in force in many states. Each state has its own set of laws on this subject, and it is important that those laws be reviewed to determine their requirements if someone acting in an emergency is to have protection from liability. For example, in Pennsylvania there are separate statutes for medically licensed personnel, for veterinarians, for individuals trained to use automated external defibrillators, for those rendering assistance to victims of a personal injury crime, for nonmedical good Samaritans, for coaches and umpires in sports programs, and on and on. You almost need a lawyer and a law library with you before you render assistance to someone in need. But the one important aspect of protection for Power Squadrons members who are not medical professionals is that a current certificate of training from the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross, or other recognized training organization is required to receive protection in Pennsylvania. So taking the training that is being offered to our members is an opportunity that should not be missed. Once you get that certificate, be sure to keep it up to date each year. In that way you not only will have the ability to help save someone s life, but you will be protecting your own as well. An added note of interest: there is a Pennsylvania statute purporting to render protection to officers, directors and trustees of nonprofit organizations recognized under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, which includes USPS, its districts and squadrons. But the wording is such that the degree of protection is questionable. We will explore that in a future edition of Notes and News. D/1 st /Lt M. Melvin ( Mel ) Shralow, AP Chair, D5 Law Committee melshralow@comcast.net WHAT MAKES THAT BIG BIRD TICK? D/Lt/C Jeff McKinney, JN D/5 Administrative Officer Ever wondered what goes into making SeaVester do all those neat tricks or how those big trailers get assigned, set up, and used at events? Want to help sell USPS and get new members for squadrons? Looking for a way to meet lots of members around the district? Have we got an opportunity for you! P/D/C/s Drex Bradshaw, AP and Brian Becker, AP have been doing a fantastic job since the inception of the program. They are currently looking for a few dedicated and willing folks to train and eventually assume overall management of both programs in the near future. If this sounds like something you would like to learn more about or want to become involved with the programs, please contact either P/ D/C Becker (jbrianbecker@verizon.net) or me (jmckinney10@verizon.net) for more information. Moving? Changes in Information?? Please remember to let us know if you go away for the winter, move to another address, or if you change your phone, cell phone number(s) or addresses so we can make sure you are kept informed of upcoming events. Please give all changes to our Secretary who will in turn notify National and everyone else who needs to have the information. THANK YOU!!! 3 BOATING IS FUN... WE LL SHOW YOU HOW!

4 Cooperative Charting Workshop National Ocean Service Atlantic Marine Center 439 West York Street Norfolk, VA Rank Date: 29 April 30 April 2011 Registration (PLEASE PRINT) Deadline: 22 April 2011 (1) Grade: Name as it will appear on your certificate Rank: (2) Grade: Name as it will appear on your certificate Certificate No. (1) (2) Address: Apt. #: City: State: Zip: H: Telephone: Squadron: Sqd. Chair: Yes No 1 st Timer: Yes No Workshop Registration Fee: $7.00 $ Saturday Box Lunch at AMC $ Saturday Dinner Buffet $ Total Payable to D/5 Cooperative Charting Workshop 2011 $ Mail to: P/R/C Norma J. Parrish, AP, 1024 Porte Harbour Arch, #201, Hampton, VA Phone: normaparrish@cox.net Schedule: (Tear off at above line and keep) Friday CHECK-IN & REGISTRATION HOTEL LOBBY 29 April C0CKTAIL HOUR (INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION) (Governor Dinwiddie Hotel) DINNER ON YOUR OWN Saturday COFFEE & DONUTS AT AMC 30 April INTRODUCTIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS WORKSHOP LUNCH WORKSHOP COCKTAIL HOUR DINING ROOM 1930 DINNER BUFFET AT GOVERNOR DINWIDDIE HOTEL HOTEL RESERVATIONS; Governor Dinwiddie Hotel, 506 Dinwiddie St., PORTSMOUTH, VA TELEPHONE: (SPECIFY GROUP) D/5, USPS Deadline 15 April 2011 HOTEL ROOM RATES: $87.00 SINGLE OR DOUBLE PLUS TAX. RESERVATATIONS AFTER 15 APRIL ON SPACE AVAILABLE ACTIVITY REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS 22 APRIL 2011 NO ACTIVITY REFUNDS ATER THAT DATE 4 Directions Corner of Dinwiddie and High Street DISTRICT 5 - UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS -

5 Educational Department News The Brunswick Pilot is alive and well in District 5. During 2010, USPS agreed with Brunswick Boat Group (BBG) to partner in offering USPS University courses, seminars and hands-on training at Brunswick s local dealerships. Since the dealerships are actually customers of Brunswick, rather than operating under its direction, Brunswick offers the program to dealers much like a new product for the dealer to carry. Then it s up to us to approach dealers individually to sell our services, and hopefully get them to buy into the program. For the pilot program, BBG identified target dealerships nationwide to get involved first. BBG s list included selected District 5 showrooms of Florida-based Marine Max, as well as six locally owned showrooms of Riverside Marine, Prince William Marine, and Lynnhaven Marine. When I approached them, the respective managements of these dealers had disparate reactions. The most interest was expressed by Riverside and Marine Max; where we will schedule classes in early The other two will require more attention; both are currently using other providers of boating safety education. Otherwise in District 5, squadrons have existing relationships with Peters Marine, Clews and Strawbridge, and Stolzfus RV and Marine, all in Pennsylvania. These were not targeted by BBG, but are to be adopted in the pilot program based on the existing relationship. If your squadron offers classes at a dealer of Brunswick boats, let me know and I ll add it to the list. The pilot from the USPS University side includes the ABC3 course and four seminars: Using GPS, Using VHF and DSC Radio, Anchoring, and Trailering. District 5 Education Department is Your Full-Service Printing Company Since 1948 Supporting Mac and PC Platforms with the latest software Color scanning from reflectives, transparencies, and slides Agfa Sherpa 24 Digital color proofing Proofs available on-line to your desktop Computer-to-plate technology On-demand digital printing Multi-color presses from small one and two color to large five color Press check by appointment Full bindery finishing, including folding, saddlestitching, die-cutting, three-hole drilling, labeling and tabbing Knowledgeable sales and production staff, attention to detail Close association with graphic designers throughout the Delmarva, Baltimore and Washington, DC areas Commitment to quality 7837 Ocean Gateway - Easton, MD Ea ston Cambridge Toll Free Fax econprtg@dmv.com assembling regional teams of instructors who are expert in the seminar topics. Squadrons may draw upon them to deliver seminars in the pilot program and elsewhere as needed. The dealers benefit through enhanced goodwill and recognition of dealer service, as well as increased showroom traffic. Both organizations will make a commitment to promoting events together, and will enjoy greater visibility to the public. This program allows us to work the storefront concept. Being seen in a bricksand-mortar setting with a posted class schedule will confer presence and permanence to USPS educational offering. Hopefully the implied endorsement of one another will bear fruit for both squadron and dealer. There are over sixty showrooms for Brunswick products in District 5, which are listed on the various manufacturers websites. Please support this program as it reaches a Brunswick dealership near you! Walter Neese, DEO D5 5 BOATING IS FUN... WE LL SHOW YOU HOW!

6 District 5 Ship s Store! The District 5 Ship s Store is an extension of the USPS Ship s Store that is located at National Headquarters in Raleigh, NC. Being able to bring this extension store to District 5 Conferences offers the District membership a unique opportunity to view and purchase USPS items and clothing. However, this doesn t happen by itself. It requires a team of individuals that are willing to coordinate the operation of the Ship s Store. Remember the first time you visited the Ship s Store and how excited you were at being able to readily select and purchase USPS items? How your friends inquired as to where you were able to buy the great polo shirt? Well, District 5 would like to be able to continue to offer this experience to its membership. If you are interested in helping to keep the Ship s Store a viable part of the District 5 Conference Program contact our Assistant Treasurer, Chip Yost, at either or chasy@verizon.net. The National Boating Federation has reported that... NMMA, Engine Manufacturers File Suit on E15 Decision: The National Marine Manufacturers Assc. (NMMA) filed suit in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, challenging the October 13, 2010 decision by the EPA to partially approve E15 for a subset of on-highway motor vehicles. NMMA has joined with several other manufacturing groups in a newly formed coalition the Engine Products Group (EPG) in pursuing this legal challenge. NMMA expressed regret in having to pursue litigation, but stated that the EPA has not fulfilled its statutory obligations to ensure the safe introduction of E15. NMMA has urged full scientific testing on marine engines and equipment, as required by law, and the rational evaluation of policy mechanisms to protect consumers from misfueling and product failures caused by E15. In the meantime Congress is considering a bill that would shield retailers from liability suits for mis-fueled engines. NBF Letter to US Coast Guard: We have sent a letter to the Commandant of the USCG and the Chief of the Office of Boating Safety, informing them of our concerns for the safety of the boating public with the presence of ethanol in marine fuel. While out on the water at night, in a storm or in a fog, engine failure could have disastrous consequences. To date the USCG does not appear to view ethanol as a safety issue. in the organization. The satisfaction of doing this is fun achieved by repeated new experiences with children, teenagers, and adults. Practice and execute what you believe, whether it is in education or civic endeavors, have fun doing it; then, nothing will ever be wasted. Any feelings of apathy will diminish. Meet new friends in the process and share excitement and experiences together. Believe, do what you believe, continue to volunteer, and Nun Can Be Really Any Better! So now we turn to 2011 and ask if the first string is getting tired? The first string exists in the current bridges of our squadrons, our District and our National ranks. As we watch and enjoy the Super Bowl in the new year, we ask whether the old USPS Bridge will get through and will the new USPS Bridge be ready. But in reality, where else does the first string play so hard over and over again to make sure the goals of a successful organization are achieved, and where else than from the sidelines do replacements move in and take over when there is a need? We are USPS and will remain so for decades to come. A new District 5 Bridge will take command at Spring Conference. It will be another great bridge to sustain the efforts, give them your support. Come and be part of the mission and tradition, the learning, and the continuing fun of it all! As always, I am inspired, I hope you are too! Chris Commander District 5 6 Visit to view THE LOOKOUT newsletter DISTRICT 5 - UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS -

7 SPRING CONFERENCE 2011 RESERVATION FORM USPS D/5 OFFICER TRAINING & SPRING CONFERENCE 25 MARCH 27 MARCH 2011 Ocean City, Maryland NAVIGATING THE FUTURE MEMBER: Rank Name: Grade: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: SQUADRON: POSITION: FIRST TIMER? PHONE: SPOUSE/OTHER ATTENDEES: Rank: Name: Grade: First Timer? Rank: Name: Grade: First Timer? Saturday Membership Luncheon MEALS SELECTION Chicken Salad Supreme on a Bed of Mixed Greens and Egg Wedges $18.00 $ Overstuffed Turkey & Swiss Cheese Sandwich $18.00 $ Saturday Banquet Roast Prime Rib of Beef 10 oz. with Horseradish Sauce $37.00 $ Boneless Breast of Chicken Cordon Bleu $37.00 $ TOTAL ENCLOSED $ Make Checks payable to: 2011 D/5 Spring Conference Mail to: Cdr James Ziegenfuss, JN Meal Reservations must be received by 12 March Depues Rd. Bangor, PA Commander@Delhigh.org Uniform Thursday/Friday USPS/Squadron shirts. Saturday USPS Blazer w/gray slacks. Banquet Uniform A with bowtie PRINCESS ROYALE HOTEL 9100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 25 March 27 March, 2011 ALL ROOM RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BY 8 MARCH 2011 TO ENSURE USPS RATES This is a 100% Non-smoking Facility Handicapped Rooms are available on a request basis 7 BOATING IS FUN... WE LL SHOW YOU HOW!

8 Saturday Membership Luncheon MEALS SELECTION Choice of: Saturday Banquet Choice of: Chef s Featured Soup of Day Chicken Salad Supreme on a Bed of Mixed Greens and Egg Wedges, Tomatoes And Choice of Dressing Assorted Rolls and Butter Raspberry sherbet with Wafer Cookie Or Chef s Featured Soup of Day Overstuffed Turkey & Swiss Cheese Sandwich Served with Lettuce, Tomato and Pickle Spear Homemade chips Princess Cole Slaw Raspberry sherbet with Wafer Cookie Tossed Garden Greens with Fresh Vegetables Roast Prime Rib of Beef 10 oz. with Horseradish Sauce Assorted Rolls with Butter Cherry Cheesecake Or Tossed Garden Greens with Fresh Vegetables Boneless Breast of Chicken Cordon Bleu Assorted Rolls with Butter Cherry Cheesecake DON T FORGET TO DOWNLOAD YOUR HOSPITALITY SUITE RESERVATION FORM! PRINCESS ROYALE HOTEL 9100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland 25 March 27 March, 2011 ALL RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BY 8 MARCH 2011 TO ENSURE USPS RATES This is a 100% Non-smoking Facility Handicapped Rooms are available on a request basis RATES: Ocean view/pool view Suite - $99.00 per night Friday/Saturday Oceanfront suite - $129 per night 2 BR/2 BA Oceanfront Condo - $219 per night 3 BR/3 BA - $239 per night (Rates are subject to tax) RESERVATION # Reservation ID Code: US Power Squadron, District 5 8 Directions: From RT 90, turn left onto Coastal Hwy. Hotel will be on the right. DISTRICT 5 - UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS -

9 Reprinted from The Manifest Colonial Sail and Power Squadron Seems like every month I come back to the basics of blocking and tackling in Recreational Boating Safety and that s the Life Jackets and the Wear It! Campaign. In my own experience, their use and wear is becoming more prevalent even as states amend their regulatory requirements such as Maryland has done for children. On a recent delivery of a 53 Eagle Trawler from St. Thomas USVI, 600 miles south, to St Lucia, the owner provided comfortable waist belt inflatables for inshore and harbor use while offshore vests were available for the four blue water channel passages. While recently attending JWorlds, the premier performance sailing school in Annapolis for a 5 day Racing Course it was a mandatory requirement for the crews to wear Life Jackets. Both power and sail communities, private and professionals, are embracing and requiring their use! So with that said, Welcome to the 2011 North American Safe Boating Campaign! As National Safe Boating Week (May 21 27, 2011) and the season approaches, we are preparing for another campaign to spread the message of safe and responsible boating. This year, we will continue to educate the boating community about life jacket wear and the options that are available when it comes to comfortable and lightweight life jackets. With Rock fish and waterfowl season in full swing, let s look at Life Jackets for Angling and Hunting: Today s life jackets may not be what you think many are made specifically for anglers and hunters: they re BOATING IS FUN... WE LL SHOW YOU HOW! lightweight, easy to move in, have multiple pockets for bait or ammunition, and even come in camouflage. Outdoor sports enthusiasts can even be sure their trusty companions are safe on the water, as there are even life jackets for hunting dogs! Much like a helmet to a biker or skate boarder, life jackets are an essential part of your boating safety equipment and should be worn at all times while on the water. In 2008, of the 709 recreational boating fatalities, over 89% of those victims were not wearing their life jackets. Life jackets are now lighter, less obtrusive, and more attractive than ever before. The new inflatable life jackets allow the mobility and flexibility that you need when boating, fishing, paddling, or hunting and are much cooler in the warmer weather. There are many different varieties of inflatable jackets ranging from those that inflate instantly when you hit the water to those that are manually inflated. All are designed to be more comfortable and wearable than the traditional life jacket. Accidents can happen at an alarming speed anyplace or anytime you are on the water. Although many boaters stow life jackets on their boat, very few choose to wear them. There just isn t time to grab a life jacket and put it on properly before you are in the water. If you are faced with a strong current or unfavorable weather conditions you will not only have trouble making sure you are safe and secure in your life jacket, but you will be unable to help your friends, relatives, children or passengers who have accompanied you in your boat. Wearing your life jacket will allow you to be safe in case of an accident and will also allow you the ability to assist others that may be in danger! Lt Greg Watt Safety Officer Colonial Sail and Power Squadron 9

10 4 January 2011 Nominating Committee Report From: Chairman, District 5 Nominating Committee TO: District 5 Secretary Copy to: District 5 Commander Subject: REPORT OF THE NOMINATING COMMITTEE In accordance with Section of the District 5 bylaws, the Nominating Committee recommends the following members for the elected officer and elected committee positions for the year ELECTED OFFICERS Commander D/Lt/C Bernard S. Karpers, N Dundalk Executive Officer D/Lt/C Joseph J. McKinney, JN Rockville Educational Officer D/Lt/C Walter K. Neese, SN Dundalk Administrative Officer P/C Martin C. Lafferty, S Kent Narrows Secretary P/C Katherine (Fuzzy) Jones, S Dundalk Treasurer D/Lt/C Milton Cloud, AP Richmond Asst. Educational Officer D/1 st /L William L. McManimen, N Main Line Asst. Secretary D/1 st /Lt Maryellen Colston, AP Mid-Potomac Assistant Treasurer Officer D/1 st /Lt Charles (Chip) Yost, AP Rockville Asst. Administrative Officer D/Lt James Colston, AP Mid-Potomac ELECTED COMMITTEES NEW MEMBERS OTHER MEMBERS WILL REMAIN AUDITING for 3 years Lt/C Barbara Woodburn, P Richmond NOMINATING for 3 years D/C L. Chris Brown, JN Delhigh for 3 years P/C Carole Reilley, AP Delaware River RULES for 3 years P/C Stewart Myers, Jr., AP Annapolis PLANNING for 3 years P/C Randolph Stowe, S Smith Mountain Lake for 3 years P/C Paul C. Dondero, S Delsea In accordance with section 6.1 of the District 5 bylaws, additional nominations may be made by written petition signed by ten members from at least three different squadrons and submitted to the District 5 Secretary at least fifteen days before the election, which will be the date of the District 5 Spring Conference. Respectfully submitted, P/D/C Arlene M. Anderson, AP 10 DISTRICT 5 - UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS -

11 CHARLES F. CHAPMAN AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING The Squadrons in District 5 have many dedicated and talented instructors. We need to constantly recognize these instructors for the Charles F. Chapman Award for Excellence in Teaching. Each squadron of District 5 is asked annually to nominate one of their instructors for consideration and recognition for their demonstrated proficiency. The following instructors were honored and recognized by all of District 5 at the 2010 Fall Conference. Absecon Island David R. Bernard, AP Cambridge George L. Seifert Jr., SN Colonial Lisa A. Cumming, P Kent Narrows Edward H. (Ted) Reiss Jr., JN Main Line William R. (Russ) Jones, SN Nansemond River Thomas C. Chapman, SN Northern Neck William T. (Twy) Williams, SN Patuxent River M. Kiplinger (Kip) Hine, AP Potomac River Christopher Pickwick, AP Virginia Beach Thomas E. Metcalf, AP We congratulate each one these nominees for the Squadron Charles F. Chapman award. You should all feel a great sense of accomplishment in being recognized by your squadron as an excellent teacher. The teaching credentials, which, as submitted by the squadron, have been reviewed by a panel in the District 5 Educational Department. That panel selects one instructor as the District 5 Charles F. Chapman award winning instructor. The 2010 winner was M. Kiplinger (Kip) Hine, AP, from Patuxent River. The D/5 winner now represents the District at the Annual Meeting in February 2011 as candidate for the national award. We congratulate Kip and wish him well at the National level; we will await the results. District 5 will repeat the process in Now is the time to prepare your new candidate for submission. Let us all honor our outstanding instructors in the District by 100% participation for Someone in your squadron deserves this honor; please acknowledge him or her in the new year. Editor Mark 5 Staff D/Lt Thomas Reichard, AP 1205 Elverton Ct. Chesapeake, VA (Hampton Roads) (757) Mark.5@cox.net Staff D/Lt Gail W. Becker, S (Patapsco) D/Lt Walter D. Lazear, AP (Northern VA) D/Lt Micky McNelis (Dundalk) Photographers P/D/C Arlene Anderson, AP (Hampton Roads) D/Lt Michael Lebeduik, III, P (Delhigh) D/Lt Sharen Reichard, P (Hampton Roads) Advertising Official Publication of District 5 United States Power Squadrons Published Six Times Annually (three printed - three online) Deadline for: Spring (Online) 2011 is March 29, 2011 Summer (Print) 2011 is April 24, 2011 Articles, opinions and advertisements do not necessarily reflect USPS policy or endorsement unless so designated. D/Lt Jack Yeigh, AP Chairman 317 Columbia Lane Stevensville, MD (Kent Narrows) (410) jyeigh@verizon.net P/D/C William Selden, V, AP (Richmond) 11 BOATING IS FUN... WE LL SHOW YOU HOW!

12 5 District 5/USPS c/o Blue Heron Mailing Service 314 N. Aurora Street - Ste. C Easton, MD Return Service Requested DATED MATERIAL NON-PROPHIT ORG U.S. POSTAGE PAID EASTON, MD PERMIT NO. 81 January 31 - February 05 USPS Annual Meeting Disney s Coronado Springs Resort Disney World, Orlando, Florida March D5 Officer Training / Spring Conference Princess Royale Hotel Ocean City, MD Hosted by Delhigh Power Squardon 12 April Co-Op Charting Workshop NOAA Atlantic Marine Center Norfolk, VA Hosted by District 5 DISTRICT 5 - UNITED STATES POWER SQUADRONS -